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Jelco MC 9A

The Jelco MC 9A works as an entry-level MM cartridge with a conical stylus profile and a healthy output of 3.5 mV, so it matches any standard MM phono input without extra gain. Manufacturer specifications call for a tracking force between 1.75 and 3.0 grams. The stylus is replaceable and carries the ND-9 designation. Phono Culture lists 4 compatible replacement styli for this model.

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Stylus: ND-9
Type: ММ
Stylus Shape: Conical[ radii (mil / µm) 0.5 mil (≈12.7 µm) ]
Class: Entry-Level

Mounting: standard 1/2"
Weight & Dimensions (H×W×D): 8.5 g
Output Voltage: 3.5 mV
Frequency Response: 10–25 000 Hz
Channel Separation: 25 dB
Channel Balance: ≤ 1.5 dB
Recommended Load: 50–100 kΩ
Tracking Force: 1.75–3.0 g
Compliance Value: dynamic 12 × 10⁻⁶ cm/dyne

Additional Info

The Jelco MC 9A leans toward a forgiving, easygoing character rather than forensic precision. Vocals come through natural and warm, with solid dynamic punch and a reasonably composed low end, while the sound stays smooth on brighter or noisier pressings. Imaging holds stable enough for long casual sessions across rock, jazz and vocal genres. The stylus is replaceable, so wear stays a minor expense.

Replacement styluses for Jelco MC 9A

Tonar	573-DS	Conical
Tonar	810-DS	Conical
Analogis	AN1245	Conical
Thakker	ND 9	Conical

Sound × Setup

Detail

58%

IGD Control

54%

Noise Suppression

60%

Dynamics—Attack

65%

Soundstage/Imaging

62%

Bass Density

61%

Vocals/Midrange

68%

Forgiving Character

75%

Tonearm mass medium 41%

light 28%·heavy 31%

Capacitance up to 100 pF 60%

100-200 pF 30%·from 200 pF 10%

Phono gain 39–42 dB 60%

35–38 dB 20%·43–46 dB 20%

Jelco MC 9A (MM, 3.5 мВ, вес 8.5 г, комплаенс 12×10⁻⁶ см/дин) оптимально работает в тонарме средней массы — резонансная частота стабильно попадает в диапазон 8.9–11.3 Гц при массах 8–18 г. Для фонокорректора нужна низкая ёмкость кабеля и усиление 39–42 дБ (MM-вход); прижимная сила — по паспорту картриджа, заточка иглы не указана.

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add 01/08/2026 · upd. 08/02/2026